Family psychoeducation, which has been derived from
stress reduction and coping models and other psychological
theories such as cognitive–behavioral, social learning,
and crisis theories,2,7 is the most frequently used model of
family-based intervention for people with schizophrenia in
both Western and Asian countries. As these psychoeducation
programs mainly focused on the patient’s mental condition,
the studies paid little attention to the family’s burden or the
family members’ perceptions of their problems and needs.
Treatment teams seek to establish a collaborative relationship
with the family to share the burden of managing